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Looking for an entry level job or internship in finance? Here's an overview of how to approach the search and a list of companies that might have entry level and internship opportunities that will interest you.

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Finance Careers

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So you want to work with money? Finance deals with the allocation of assets (including money) over time. In the job world, there are three major categories of finance: public finance, corporate finance, and personal finance.

As a recent grad, you can work in many places in the finance world. Some of those places include banks, insurance companies, governments (federal, state, or local), an accounting or tax company, or in any product-selling company with a finance or budget department. A few titles for recent grads to look for include:

Almost all positions in finance require a bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as business or accounting. Some of them, such as actuary and accounting, require further education or certifications.


Companies with Entry Level Jobs and Internships in Finance

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Alinea, Next Restaurant, and The Aviary - Alinea, Next Restaurant, and The Aviary are members of a Chicago, IL based group of restaurants that has elevated fine dining to amazing new heights.

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No current job openings.


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Potbelly Sandwich Shop - Potbelly Sandwich Shop is a Chicago, IL chain of sandwich shops that is aiming to "be the best place for lunch."

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SmartAsset - SmartAsset is a New York, NY based company that provides “all the information and analysis you need to make the best possible financial decisions.”

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Digital Marketing InternCanal Street, NY
Personal Finance WriterNew York, NY
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Chopper Trading - Chopper Trading is a Chicago, IL “technology-based proprietary trading firm that operates in a range of global markets and trades on several major exchanges.”

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AxialMarket - AxialMarket is a New York, NY based company that “is revolutionizing the capital formation process for private companies.”

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Product ManagerNew York, NY
Product Manager Product DevelopmentNew York, NY
Product ManagerNew York, NY
Account ManagerNew York, NY
DevOpsNew York, NY
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Charity Navigator - There’s an independent third party that evaluates non-profits and holds them accountable called Charity Navigator. They’re based in Glen Rock, NJ.

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Belvedere Trading - Belvedere Trading is a Chicago, IL based proprietary trading firm that has been specializing “in equity index and commodity derivatives” since 2002

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Chobani - Chobani is a Norwich, NY based Greek yogurt company whose focus on simplicity has led them to remarkable growth since they launched in 2005.

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Dataminr - Dataminr is an NYC based company that is transforming “social media streams into actionable signals for clients in the financial and government sectors.”

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Blueleaf - Blueleaf is a Cambridge, MA based company that provides super simple software that helps financial advisors more easily communicate information to clients.

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No current job openings.



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Willliam Penn Foundation - The Willliam Penn Foundation is a Philadelphia, PA based non-profit that distributes approximately $80 million in grants annually.

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No current job openings.

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ByAllAccounts - ByAllAccounts is a Woburn, MA company that offers a technology solution that aggregates “account data from virtually any online financial source.”

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NetSpend - NetSpend is an Austin, TX based company that brings the ability to swipe a card to anybody who has the money regardless of credit.

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Vittana - Vittana is a Seattle, WA based non-profit that is using microfinance to bring education to the developing world.

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.Net CMS DeveloperSeattle, WA
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Crate and Barrel - Crate and Barrel has over 170 retail stores that sell furniture and homewares, and they have some great job opportunities for new grads.

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Highlights - Highlights is a Columbus, OH company that develops products for children with a common theme: “Fun with a Purpose.” Right now they're hiring for a few positions

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Peer Health Exchange - Peer Health Exchange is a non-profit organization that trains “college student volunteers to teach high school students a comprehensive health curriculum.”

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